AFC Champions League League Phase West - 5
Shabab Al Ahli Dubai 2 - 0 FT Al-Gharafa
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
9' Kauan Santos (Guilherme)
28' Guilherme (S. Adil)
Álvaro Djaló 30'
36' Eid Khamis Eid
36' ↓ Mateus Henrique ↑I. Gomes
Jamal Hamed 45'
HT
46' ↓ D. Garcia ↑Breno
↓ A. Surag ↑M. Muntari 57'
↓ A. Gunnarsson ↑D. Traore 79'
↓ M. Holgate ↑R. A. Al-Ali 79'
83' ↓ Guilherme ↑M. Al Mansouri
83' ↓ S. Adil ↑Mateusao
90' ↓ F. Cartabia ↑Y. Al Ghassani
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Shabab Al Ahli Dubai
Defenders
Mateus Henrique 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
36
Total Mins
36
Entry
B. Planic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Renan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kauan Santos 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Midfielders
H. Al Meqebaali
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
F. Cartabia 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
24%
Pass Acc
D. Garcia
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
E. Al Nuaimi 
ENFORCER
3
Tackles
3
Tackles
9
Duels Won
75%
Win %
Guilherme
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Forwards
Yuri Cesar 
MAGNET
49
Activity
49
Activity
39
Passes
10
Duels
S. Adil 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
11
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
BENCH
H. Hamza 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Kaiky
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Seifi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Gomes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
54
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Alvarez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Gonzalez Baquero
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Breno
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Al Ghassani
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Dabbur
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Al Mansouri
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mateusao
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Thiago
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Al-Gharafa
Defenders
A. Surag
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
57
Total Mins
57
Entry
M. Holgate
LATE SHIFT
11
Late Mins
11
Late Mins
79
Total Mins
79
Entry
A. Gunnarsson
LATE SHIFT
11
Late Mins
11
Late Mins
79
Total Mins
79
Entry
S. Sano
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
8
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
S. Fadlalla
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
11%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
A. B. Khalifa
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Al Oui
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Djalo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Diaz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Coman
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
J. Hamed
MAGNET
57
Activity
57
Activity
29
Passes
28
Duels
BENCH
H. Kahiout
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
C. Lecomte
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
D. Traore
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. A. Al-Ali
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Abdulnasir
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Sudarmanto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Musaed
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Muntari
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
33
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13/08/2024 | Al-Gharafa | 1 - 0 | Shabab Al Ahli Dubai | AFC Champions League | Al Bayt Stadium |
| 18/04/2022 | Shabab Al Ahli Dubai | 8 - 2 | Al-Gharafa | AFC Champions League | Prince Abdullah al-Faisal Stadium |
| 14/04/2022 | Al-Gharafa | 1 - 1 | Shabab Al Ahli Dubai | AFC Champions League | Prince Abdullah al-Faisal Stadium |
13/08/2024
18/04/2022
14/04/2022
Shabab Al Ahli Dubai Win
Al-Gharafa Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 5 GD: +9
P: 5 GD: +6
P: 5 GD: +7
P: 5 GD: +6
P: 5 GD: +3
P: 5 GD: +2
P: 5 GD: -6
P: 5 GD: +2
P: 5 GD: -6
P: 5 GD: -5
P: 5 GD: -10
League Standings
P: 8 GD: +11
P: 8 GD: +12
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +13
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 8 GD: 0
P: 8 GD: 0
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -8
P: 8 GD: -14
P: 8 GD: -14
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Dubai Dominance at Al-Rashid Stadium
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 20/100. Shabab Al Ahli’s clinical efficiency and overwhelming shot volume secured a vital three points, leaving Al-Gharafa struggling to keep pace in the group standings.
The Siege of Al-Rashid
The match at Al-Rashid Stadium burst into life with an Intensity score of 3.6, fueled by a relentless barrage of attacks from the Emirati hosts. From the early stages, Shabab Al Ahli Dubai seized control of the midfield, pinning their opponents back with a high press that the visitors struggled to bypass. The data tells a story of constant pressure: a combined total of 30 shots were attempted throughout the match, with Shabab Al Ahli accounting for 17 of those efforts. Their ability to find space inside the box resulted in 8 shots on target, forcing the Qatari defense into desperate clearances. The home side utilized the full width of the pitch, creating an environment where a breakthrough seemed inevitable as the visitors retreated into a low block to weather the storm.
Control and Precision
The tactical Balance of the contest shifted decisively toward the home side as they dominated possession with a commanding 63% share. This was not merely sideways passing; the Dubai outfit exhibited remarkable precision, completing 383 accurate passes at an 84% success rate. This level of control allowed them to dictate the tempo and minimize the threat of counter-attacks from Al-Gharafa. The pressure was compounded by a consistent flow of set-pieces, contributing to a total of 14 corners between the two sides. While the Qatari side attempted to respond with long-ball transitions, completing 17 long passes, they were frequently crowded out by a disciplined Shabab Al Ahli midfield that effectively recycled possession and maintained the territorial advantage throughout the central phase of the match.
Implications for the Standings
As the clock wound down, the Stakes became clear for both sides. Despite Al-Gharafa creating two big chances, their lack of a "Sniper" edge proved costly, as they only managed to test the keeper with 3 shots on target from 13 attempts. Their struggle to convert crosses—despite 26 attempts—highlighted a disconnect in their attacking third. Conversely, Shabab Al Ahli Dubai remained composed to see out the 2-0 victory, moving them up to 11 points from 7 matches. This result leaves the visitors in a precarious position, having suffered their fifth loss of the season with a goal difference of -12. For the hosts, the win reinforces their pursuit of the top spots, while the visitors must urgently address a defense that has now conceded 19 goals across the campaign.
Key Questions
What was the final score between Shabab Al Ahli Dubai and Al-Gharafa?
Shabab Al Ahli Dubai won the match 2-0 against Al-Gharafa at Al-Rashid Stadium.
How did the possession stats look during the match?
Shabab Al Ahli dominated possession with 63% compared to Al-Gharafa's 37% share.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Continental Survival at the Al-Rashid Stadium
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 37/100. This clash is a desperate scramble for points as Shabab Al Ahli looks to cement a top-eight spot while Al-Gharafa fights to avoid sliding out of the playoff positions.
The Setup
As we enter the fifth round of the AFC Champions League league phase, Shabab Al Ahli Dubai finds itself in a relatively strong position. With a Form rating of 5.5, they have managed to stay 6th in the table, largely due to a balanced approach that has seen them win three of their seven matches. However, the visitors are in crisis. Al-Gharafa has struggled significantly, particularly at the back, where they have conceded 19 goals already. This lack of defensive Balance, currently rated at 3.0, has left them in 10th place and desperate for a result at the Al-Rashid Stadium to keep their knockout dreams alive on November 24, 2025.
Key Battle
The defining conflict will be the home side's clinical frontline against a visitor backline that has looked fragile throughout the campaign. Shabab Al Ahli prefers to dictate the tempo and exploit spaces between the lines, a strategy that could prove devastating against an Al-Gharafa side that has lost four of its last five matches. If the Emirati midfield, featuring N. Maksimović and E. Irala, can maintain control, the supply line to S. Azmoun will likely overwhelm the Qatari defense.
Our Prediction
While the overall Stars score of 2.2 suggests a lack of global marquee names, the competitive Stakes of 4.0 provide plenty of narrative weight. Al-Gharafa’s attack, led by Álvaro Djaló, has shown flashes of quality but often lacks the service from F. Díaz to sustain pressure. Shabab Al Ahli’s superior organization should allow them to weather any early storm and exploit the massive defensive gaps the visitors inevitably leave. We expect a high-scoring affair where the hosts punish Al-Gharafa's errors to secure a 3-1 victory, further solidifying their place in the top eight.